Title Page for Silvester Pietrasanta, De Symbolis Heroicis

Cornelis Galle I after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of classical figures surrounding a central text. The image shows two winged figures with flowing robes and curled hair, with one holding a caduceus and a torch over a flaming urn. The figures flank an inscription that likely represents a book or manuscript title. Below them, cherubic figures with wings are depicted on the base. The background includes swirling clouds emanating from the center. The intricate hatching and line work suggest it is an engraving or etching typical of detailed printmaking that features classical and baroque elements.